Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods comprising phosphonates, N-halamines or combination thereof for dental care. Specifically, for removing tartar (calculus), including mature tartar.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a substrate and a silane-based polymer are disclosed. Coated substrates and articles comprising the compositions are also disclosed. Process of preparing the compositions and methods of using the same, such as for UV-blocking coatings are provided. Compositions comprising a substrate, a silane compound and a surfactant wherein a weight per weight (w/w) ratio of the silane compound and the surfactant is between 10:1 (w/w) to 40:1 (w/w) are disclosed. Coated substrates and articles comprising the compositions are also disclosed. Process of preparing the compositions and methods of using the same, such as for anti-fogging and superhydrophobic coatings are provided.

Abstract: Proteinoid compounds characterized by a molecular weight (Mw) of at least 15,000 Da, processes of preparing such compounds and methods of use thereof, are provided. A method of monitoring the presence and metastases of cancer in a body of an individual is further disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a nanoparticle including: a core of a metal chelating polymer, wherein the core is coated with at least two layers of magnetic metal oxide, which are further coated with a protein layer, and at least one active agent bound within or to the nanoparticle, methods for directing or targeting the nanoparticle via a magnetic field to a target tissue, and a computer program for efficiently generating the proper magnetic field for driving the nanoparticle to or into a given target tissue.

Abstract: Anti-fogging proteinoid compounds are disclosed. Processes of preparing the antifogging proteinoid compositions and incorporating thereof in or on a substrate are also disclosed. Articles of manufacturing incorporating such compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Nanoparticles of N-halamine-derivatized crosslinked polyamide. Process of preparing the polymeric nanoparticles per se and incorporated in or on a substrate. Uses of the polymeric nanoparticles and of substrates incorporating same, particularly for reducing a formation of organic-based contaminants, e.g., load of a microorganism or of a biofilm.

Abstract: A composition comprising nano- or micro-particles grafted onto a surface are disclosed. Process of preparing the compositions and methods of using the same, such as for anti-fogging, anti-fouling and anti-scratching are provided.

Abstract: A compound or a polymer is claimed. A first formula can be wherein X is H, CH3, CN, phenyl, substituted phenyl, (CH2)mZ, or phenyl(CH2)mZ; T is O, N, S or NH; m equals 1 to 20; n equals 1-100; and Z is CN, NH2, Thiol, OH, or CO2H. The second formula is: wherein X is H, CH3, CN, phenyl, substituted phenyl, (CH2)mZ, or phenyl(CH2)mZ; and Z is CN, NH2, Thiol, OH, or CO2H. The third formula is wherein: R1, R2, R3, and R4 are independently: H, CH3, OH, or a halogen.

Abstract: Proteinoid compounds characterized by a molecular weight (Mw) of at least 15,000 Da, processes of preparing such compounds and methods of use thereof, are provided. A method of monitoring the presence and metastases of cancer in a body of an individual is further disclosed.

Abstract: Proteinoid compounds characterized by a molecular weight (Mw) of at least 15,000 Da, processes of preparing such compounds and methods of use thereof, are provided. A method of monitoring the presence and metastases of cancer in a body of an individual is further disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed methyl styrene farmin compounds, and crosslinked polymeric backbones comprising same. Further disclosed microsized and nanosized polymeric particles comprising polyisothiouronium methylstyrene (PITMS) and/or poly(methyl styrene farmin) or a derivative thereof, and uses thereof in, for example, reducing or preventing growth of microorganisms.

Abstract: Microparticles and Nanoparticles crosslinked polymer derived from 2-(2?-hydroxy-5?-methacryloxyethylphenyl)-2H-benzotriazole or a derivative thereof, are disclosed. Process of preparing the polymeric nanoparticles per se and incorporated in or on a substrate are also disclosed. Uses of the polymeric nanoparticles and of substrates incorporating same, particularly for UV absorbing films, are also disclosed.

Abstract: Nanoparticles of N-halamine-derivatized crosslinked polyamide. Process of preparing the polymeric nanoparticles per se and incorporated in or on a substrate. Uses of the polymeric nanoparticles and of substrates incorporating same, particularly for reducing a formation of organic-based contaminants, e.g., load of a microorganism or of a biofilm.

Abstract: Nanoparticles of N-halamine-derivatized crosslinked polyamide. Process of preparing the polymeric nanoparticles per se and incorporated in or on a substrate. Uses of the polymeric nanoparticles and of substrates incorporating same, particularly for reducing a formation of organic based contaminants, e.g., load of a microorganism or of a biofilm.

Abstract: A compound or a polymer is claimed. A first formula can be wherein X is H, CH3, CN, phenyl, substituted phenyl, (CH2)mZ, or phenyl(CH2)mZ; T is O, N, S or NH; m equals 1 to 20; n equals 1-100; and Z is CN, NH2, Thiol, OH, or CO2H. The second formula is: wherein X is H, CH3, CN, phenyl, substituted phenyl, (CH2)mZ, or phenyl(CH2)mZ; and Z is CN, NH2, Thiol, OH, or CO2H. The third formula is wherein: R1, R2, R3, and R4 are independently: H, CH3, OH, or a halogen.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel bisphosphonates vinylic monomers, polymers and particles that have utility as biologically active molecule (such as drugs) carriers, medical device coatings and for imaging/radiology applications, especially in bone and dental applications. The invention also provides methods of synthesizing the monomers, polymerizing the polymers, and assembling the particles of the invention.

Abstract: Proteinoid compounds characterized by a molecular weight (Mw) of at least 15,000 Da, processes of preparing such compounds and methods of use thereof, are provided. A method of monitoring the presence and metastases of cancer in a body of an individual is further disclosed.

Abstract: Nanoparticles of N-halamine-derivatized crosslinked polyamide. Process of preparing the polymeric nanoparticles per se and incorporated in or on a substrate. Uses of the polymeric nanoparticles and of substrates incorporating same, particularly for reducing a formation of organic based contaminants, e.g., load of a microorganism or of a biofilm.

Abstract: The invention provides nanoparticles consisting of a polymer which is a metal chelating agent coated with a magnetic metal oxide, wherein at least one active agent is covalently bound to the polymer, said nanoparticles may optionally further comprise at least one active agent physically or covalently bound to the outer surface of the magnetic metal oxide. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising these nanoparticles may be used, inter alia, for detection and treatment of tumors and inflammations.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel bisphosphonates vinylic monomers, polymers and particles that have utility as biologically active molecule (such as drugs) carriers, medical device coatings and for imaging/radiology applications, especially in bone and dental applications. The invention also provides methods of synthesizing the monomers, polymerizing the polymers, and assembling the particles of the invention.